Streets Deserted As People In Owerri Observe Sit-at-home Order From IPOB (pictures)
The sit-at-home or stay-at-home order given by the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) to all the Igbo people to commemorate and mourn the lives lost during the Nigerian-Biafran War, despite assurance from the government to citizens to carry on with their day to day activities was surprisingly observed in Owerri.
June 12: "Please Kindly Join Me", Hope Uzodinma Tells Imolites
The Executive Governor of IMO state, Hope Uzodinma has asked the good people of IMO to please join him in marking this year's democracy day, which is on Saturday, June 12. Hope Uzodinma in a Facebook post, asked Imolites to be part of the event.
An Open Letter To Governor Hope Uzodinma On His Style Of Leadership In Imo State
Dear sir, I write this letter to express my thoughts to you on your system of governing Imo State.First and foremost sir, I want to appreciate you for all the effort you have made towards the growth of Imo State, however, I must not fail to state that some Imolites are unhappy with your style of leadership.
Opinion: Could Governor Hope Uzodinma Have Struck A Wrong Chord In Imo State?
(Governor Hope Uzodinma/Source: Google) According to Governor Hope Uzodinma, President's Buhari is expected to arrive Imo State on Thursday, for the commissioning of projects in the State and several arrangements have been made to give him a grand reception. Governor Hope Uzodinma, has done well in the area of infrastructural development.
[Opinion] Should Governor Hope Uzodinma Hold Town Hall Meetings With The People Of Orlu Zone?
Very recently, President Buhari visited Imo State, where he commissioned projects and held a town meeting with stakeholders in Imo State. Several Imolites seemed pleased with the interactive session they had with Mr President and many of the stakeholders promised to propagate the gospel of national unity in their localities.
OPINION: Governor Hope Uzodinma Needs To Wade Into The Closure Of The Timber Market In Orlu
Very recently, traders of Timber Market in Orlu, protested over the closure of the market by soldiers. According to some undisclosed sources, the shutdown of the timber market, was because traders obeyed the sit-at-home order, that was given by a certain group in the East.
Opinion: 4 Things Imolites May Never Forget About Honourable Emeka Ihedioha
Indeed, a good name is better than silver and gold. More than 12 months after Honourable Emeka Ihedioha was removed as the Governor of Imo State by the Supreme Court, many Imolites still love and respect him. It is important to note that Honourable Emeka Ihedioha, governed Imo State for only 7 months, hence, non-imolites may wonder what he achieved within such a short time, that would keep his memory fresh in the minds of the good people of Imo State.
Opinion: 3 Major Things Gov Hope Uzodinma Can Do To Remedy The Security Situation In Imo State
The security situation in Imo State, can be best described a chaotic, regardless of Governor Hope Uzodinma's effort to ensure the safety of Imolites and their properties. In my opinion, Governor Hope needs to make use of non-coercive means, to achieve peace in Imo State.
Three Ways Imolites Would Benefit From The Visit Of President Buhari
According to several news reports, President Buhari is going to commission several projects in Imo State today. Governor Hope Uzodinma has carried out many laudable projects in Imo State, however, some Imolites are of the opinion that there is still so much to be done in the State, hence, they see no need for the government to blow their trumpet over the creation of basic social amenities.
Uzodimma Berated For Commissioning Alex Mbata Road Twice. (Photos)
Yesterday, Chief Hope Uzodimma, commissioned the three kilometers long, Alex Mbata road in Owerri.Alex Mbata, a businessman and modest philanthropist had deployed his personal funds to constructing a stretch of road "in support of Governor Uzodimma's Shared Prosperity mandate".Instead of due applause, The event was frowned upon by some Imolites.
[Opinion] Here Are Three Ways Governor Hope Can Win The Hearts Of Most Imolites
The recent activities in Imo State, have cast a shadow of doubt on the leadership abilities of the present Imo goverment and many Imolites have become very vocal about it.You may recall that over the past two months, the crime rate in Imo State has escalated and the governor's rumoured temporary move to Abuja, was amplified by the media and this did not the Imo leadership any good, as they were perceived as weak.
Opinion: Can Gov Uzodinma's Recent Action Pose A Challenge To His Political Ambition In Imo State?
Today in Imo State, President Buhari is expected to commission several projects and the Owerri the State Capital, has enjoyed a face lift in the preparation for the visit of the President. Seeing how fast the city of Owerri was cleaned up, Imolites wonder why the government had to wait for the visit of the President to paint the streets, clear the dump sites and fill in the pot holes all around Imo State.
Opinion: Honourable Emeka Ihedioha Needs To Speak Up Against Some Of The Wrongdoings In Imo State
Honourable Emeka Ihedioha is a force to reckon with in the Imo political scene.You may recall that Honourable Emeka Ihedioha was removed as governor of Imo State by the Supreme Court, was replaced with Hope Uzodinma, hence Ihedioha should be the major opposition party in Imo State.
"Resume nightlife in Owerri" - Imo CP Tells Residents.
Imo State Commissioner Of Police, Abutu Yaro has urged the residents of Imo state to resume their normal way of living which they're known for. CP Yaro assured Imolites a risk-free environment, adding that security agents are winning the war against banditry in the state "We are winning the war against banditry and bandits in the state.
Opinion: Governor Uzodinma Has Connected Imo To The National Grid Of Politics
GOVERNOR UZODINMA HAS CONNECTED IMO TO NATIONAL GRID OF POLITICS ! Statecraft is not easy to navigate . Governor Uzodinma and his team are outstanding. Just recently Governor Uzodinma visited president to discuss on the way to site more tetfund to the state. According imo governor the meeting was fruitful.
Uzodinma Declares Last Saturday In June As Imo Youth Day After Empowering 15k Youths With N250k Each
It should be remembered that the Imo State Government under the Ministry of Entrepreneurship and Skills Acquisition, had trained 15,000 young Imolites under various skills, and promised to empower them with start-up capital. Well, this promise was fulfilled yesterday(26th June 2021), when the Governor of State, Senator Hope Uzodinma flagged off the payment of start-up grants to the 15,000 youths to the tune of N250,000 per beneficiary under the Imo State Youth Employment program.
GRAPHIC IMAGES: Police Repel Attack in Imo, Kill Mastermind of Police Station Attacks
• END OF TERROR: DRAGON WHO HAS BEEN THE MASTERMIND OF SERIES OF ATTACKS ON POLICE STATIONS AND HIS FOUR GENERALS KILLED • ONE SUSPECT IS CAPTURED ALIVE AND HAS MADE USEFUL REVELATIONS • FOUR AK 47 RIFLES STOLEN FROM POLICE WERE RECOVERED • QUANTITY 2, 000 AMMUNITION RECOVERED
Opinion: In View Of 2023, Gov Hope Needs To Work Hard At Gaining The Confidence Of Most Imolites
You may recall that Governor Hope Uzodinma was declared Governor of Imo State, by the Supreme Court on the 14th of January 2020 and this decision did not go down well with many Imolites, as Honourable Emeka Ihedioha seemed to have warmed his way into the hearts of many Imolites through his excellent performance, within a very short time.
"Join Politics To Make Imo a Peaceful Place in The Future", Hope Uzodimma Tells The Youths
Governor Hope Odinaka Uzodimma has told the youths of Imo State to join politics, in other to make Imo State a peaceful place in the future The number one citizen of Imo State said this on Saturday. He published a post on Facebook about the flagging off of the payment of a startup grant.
An Open Letter To Governor Hope Uzodinma On The Sacking Of 20 Commissioners From His Cabinet
Dear sir, I write this letter to express my thoughts to you concern the sacking of 20 Commissioners from your cabinet.First and foremost, I appreciate all the good work you put into the development of Imo State, however, many Imolites as sincerely surprised that you sacked people you appointed.